2 Sides Of Your Choice Recipe
Rice & Pease, Mac & Cheese, Candy Yams, Steamed Cabbage, Fried Plantains, White Rice
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Ingredients
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Rice & Peas
Mac & Cheese
Method
Rice & Peas
- 1
Cook the Rice
In a pot, combine the long-grain rice, kidney beans, coconut milk, water, green onions, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- 2
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- 3
Fluff and Serve
Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
Mac & Cheese
- 4
Boil the Macaroni
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 5
- 6
Combine and Bake
Mix the drained macaroni with the cheese sauce. Transfer to a baking dish, sprinkle with bread crumbs if using, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.